Field Service Representative - Part-Time (Smithers)

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Field Service Representative - Part-Time (Smithers)

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Smithers DO

Employment type: Permanent Region: Northern Interior

Hours of work: Part-time (up to 30 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Field

Hourly Rate: $ 26.91 - 29.55

What you'll do

- Reads meters at customer sites by manually entering customer meter data or downloading smart meter data using an

optical probe and handheld tablet. Collects and records registered meter readings including entering, transcribing,

recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic form.

- Plans daily field work orders according to location and established priorities. Contacts customers in advance if indicated

on work orders, interacts on-site with customers, and makes note of safety, access, meter, and site issues. Follows Check

In/Check Out procedures at the beginning and end of each day.

- Performs on-site meter disconnects for electrical service. Performs disconnection / reconnection of electrical service for

smart meters via optical probe and handheld tablet.

- Hand delivers various customer notices; reschedules disconnections and delivers 48-hour payment warnings according to

defined on-site conditions and procedures.

- Performs visual checks and investigations to complete Investigation Orders related to switched meters, damaged or faulty

meters, etc.

- Initiates and/or completes Service Order work such as following up on billing irregularities for all types of accounts.

Contacts and interacts on-site with customers to investigate and resolve billing inquiries, meter connectivity issues, address

changes and updates accounts for billing purposes.

- Tracks and reports a number of different metrics, such as time to complete activities, mileage, administration time, etc.

- May provide Field Service Rep training and shadowing to new staff.

- Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

What you bring

- College diploma or certificate in Office Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, AND experience in

customer service, or related field AND a valid BC Driver’s Licence.

OR

High school diploma AND several years of experience in customer service, or in a related field AND a valid BC Driver’s

Licence.

- Requires successful completion of in-house Field Service Representative training program.

What we offer

- A comprehensive benefits package

- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days

- A lifetime pension

- Flexible work model, depending on your role type

- Training and development courses

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca

- Driver's License Type = Class 5

- Candidates interested in Terrace location are also eligible to apply.

- Remote incentives are paid bi-weekly to regular employees in eligible remote locations (Smithers 12%, Terrace 6%).

- BC Hydro staff impacted by Article 9 will be given preference. Working outside in all types of weather. Company vehicle is

provided. Area of responsibility is west to Hazelton and east to Houston & Granisle. May be required to provide additional

coverage in Bruns Lake or Terrace Districts.

Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be

required as a pre-condition to employment.

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,

include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without

any delays.

Date Posted: 2025-09-11 Closing Date: 2025-09-25

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